Most of those present did not recognize Old Sun or know his origins, including He Dongkun and the other elders of the Taixuan Sect.
Still, surprise appeared on a few faces.
Even when facing the combined efforts of Tong Jiuyang and the other two earlier, Tu Zhangyuan's gaze had not changed in the slightest. Yet when he saw Old Sun, a peculiar gleam flashed deep in his eyes. Of course, no one present noticed the change.
Wan Qingteng's expression, however, changed drastically. After he and Tong Jiuyang stopped fighting, he withdrew. Looking at Old Sun standing a short distance away, he found himself at a loss for words.
Tong Jiuyang also seized the chance to reach Huang Xiao's side. Naturally, he did not know Old Sun either, but from the exchange between Huang Xiao and this man just now, he knew that Huang Xiao was acquainted with this mysterious master.
Much of his earlier anxiety subsided, for he discovered that even he could not fathom the old man before him. It had been a long time since he had felt this way.
It was just like how he could not fathom Wu Longfeng. That meant Huang Xiao's life this time, or the safety of the Imperial Court's side and the Righteous Path's side, would all have to rest on this old man.
Wu Longfeng gave Old Sun a long look, then smiled slightly. "Senior Sun, you truly are still among the living. You have my admiration. Your Everlasting Spring Youth-Restoring Art is remarkable indeed."
Facing Old Sun, Wu Longfeng reined himself in a little. He was not afraid of Old Sun, but Old Sun was countless cycles of twelve years older than he was, so showing him a little respect was hardly an issue.
*The Everlasting Spring Youth-Restoring Art? This